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Lee County: $18,923,338 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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Dr. Christopher B. Roberts President | Auburn University

Dr. Christopher B. Roberts President | Auburn University

Lee County's Auburn University invested $18,923,338 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is an 11.6% increase compared to the previous year, when the county invested $16,955,480 in college sports aid.

There were 268 male and 243 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Auburn University in 2023. Male students received 10.8% more financial aid on average than female students.

Male students who play basketball generally receive the most in financial aid, followed closely by football players. Female students playing ice hockey often receive the most in financial aid.

Only a small percentage of college expenses are typically covered by athletic scholarships, and only for a select few students.

A study found that 71% of student athletes participated in sports to earn a college scholarship.

Financial aid for College Sports in Lee County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$11,795,778507
2015$14,608,927487
2016$15,237,034485
2017$15,656,581504
2018$16,577,846478
2019$16,159,695495
2020$17,389,781497
2021$16,236,572527
2022$16,955,480505
2023$18,923,338511

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